Should I name my life partner guardian of my minor child?
When creating your estate plan, you will need to appoint a guardian for your minor children. Consider carefully whether your life partner is the ideal choice.
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I am part of a same-sex couple in California. Should we update our estate plans following the Supreme Court ruling on DOMA?
For same-sex couples throughout the state, the answer to this question is a resounding “YES!” The recent rulings are so new that some of the implications are not yet fully understood. Regardless, what we do know is that there are countless estate planning opportunities that are newly available to same-sex couples. If you and your spouse previously executed estate planning documents, now is a great time to discuss an update. Consider taking the following actions:
Contact an experienced Anaheim trust attorney right away for a review of your existing plan and recommendations for updates that may benefit you.
Gather your old estate documents, including ancillary documents such as durable powers of attorney and health care directives.
Obtain copies of bank statements.
Assemble copies of beneficiary designation forms.
Gather deeds for real estate.
Obtain a copy of your marriage license.
Gather copies of life insurance policies, tax returns, business documents, and any other financial information that may apply to your estate plan.
It may seem like a hassle to have to update your estate plan; however, the tax savings and other benefits that are suddenly newly available to you are well worth the investment.
To learn more about the process of conducting an estate plan modification, view our free guide, The Ten Things You Must Know Before Creating or Amending Your Will or Trust. Our office of knowledgeable Anaheim estate planning attorneys are experienced with working with same-sex couples and understand how to use provisions within your plan that will maximize the benefits available to you. Call our office today at (714) 282-7488 for a consultation.
If I’m getting married and creating an estate plan, is a prenuptial agreement all I need to protect my interests?
When getting married and creating an estate plan, you may want to ensure that your personal interests are protected. A prenuptial agreement is just one option.
What areas of my estate plan should I review if I am in a relationship but not married?
What areas of my estate plan should I review if I am in a relationship but not married?
Five Reasons Why Same-Sex Couples Should Update Their California Trust
Five Reasons Why Same-Sex Couples Should Update Their California Trust? contract our office of experienced Anaheim estate planning attorneys today.
Is there an alternative to using a prenuptial agreement when updating my estate plan?
Is there an alternative to using a prenuptial agreement when updating my estate plan? For more helpful tips about creating, modifying, and implementing estate plans, we encourage you to sign up to receive our free newsletters today.